How to Get to the Cachoeira do Horto – Rio de Janeiro

How to get to Cachoeira do Horto?

Check out how to get to Cachoeira do Horto:

The trail to Cachoeira do Horto starts either in the South Zone, in the Jardim Botânico neighborhood, or in the North Zone, in the Alto da Boa Vista neighborhood.

The Cachoeira do Horto trail is a sequence of waterfalls located within the boundaries of Tijuca National Park and is one of the most visited in Rio de Janeiro-RJ.

Where is Cachoeira do Horto?

The Cachoeira do Horto trail has two access options. The first begins on Rua Pacheco Leão, in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro. From this street, head toward the gate that marks the entrance to Tijuca National Park.

In the second option, you go through the North Zone and up Alto da Boa Vista until you reach the Fire Department. There you’ll see a fork in the road and should follow Estrada Dona Castorina, which leads you toward the Horto area.

The trail starts at the end of the following road:

How to get to Cachoeira do Horto by Bus?

For those taking the bus to the Cachoeira do Horto entrance, look for a bus that passes through the Jardim Botânico neighborhood, especially on Rua Pacheco Leão. We recommend line 409. From there, walk toward Estrada Dona Castorina until you reach the park entrance.

How to get to Cachoeira do Horto by Car?

Nattrip offers daily departures with a professional guide and optional transportation for the Cachoeira do Horto trail. Check it out and come enjoy this adventure with full safety.